Moisturizing the face, hands and body

Keeping the skin hydrated is tasked with the challenge of avoiding toxic chemicals marketed towards particular age groups: baby-soft infant skin, acne-prone skin of teens, age-prevention for the millennials, and the aging skin of mature women.

The truth is, if you are using an oil, none of this matters! Hydration and a healthy diet is the key to keeping skin soft, clear, supple and plump.

It may be a new concept for you, but fighting oil with oil is the most effective way to reduce oily skin and maintain hydration. The right oil can act like an astringent, condition the skin, lock in moisture, reduce irritation and nourish your skin.

The condition of the skin is a direct indication of what is going on inside the body. If you are prone to acne, eczema, hives, peeling skin or even psoriasis, these conditions are more about what is going on inside. The skin is a secondary detox pathway, meaning when a primary detox pathway is backed up, it’s likely you will see symptoms surface at the skin. A re-evaluation of the diet is usually the most promising course of action for skin troubles.

Using creams, especially steroid creams, to tame the skin is suppressive, which means the condition will be pushed inward, and suppressed skin problems have the tendency to go to the lungs, causing problems like susceptibility to asthma, bronchitis and pneumonia.

Let’s briefly dissect the various types of oils and their ideal uses by skin type according to celebrity esthetician Renée Rouleau. If you would like to know which oils offer a bit of natural UV protection and/or cellular repair, this link has a fabulous breakdown. You could create your own combination oil for the UV exposure of the summer months and a different one for the drying winters. 😉

• OILY SKIN

  • Jojoba oil - breaks down and dissolves sebum while controlling shine

  • Grapeseed oil - natural astringent for very oily skin, more drying than jojoba

• DRY SKIN

  • Almond oil - intensely hydrating with zit-zapping and line-smoothing qualities

  • Marula oil - well nourishing to the skin and fast absorbing with line-smoothing qualities

• ACNE-PRONE SKIN

  • Pomegranate oil - anti-inflammatory and antibacterial, calms inflamed broken out skin

  • Rosehip oil - deeply hydrating, fades acne scars and will calm inflamed broken out and irritated skin

• NORMAL SKIN

  • Argan oil - absorbs quickly and helps prevent skin damage, sun spots and fine lines

• SENSITIVE SKIN

  • Moringa oil - layers well under makeup since it’s lightweight, but still moisturizing enough for dry skin, helps repair dry, damaged skin while calming irritation

  • Aloe vera oil - natural antibacterial and astringent for oily and acne-prone skin

All of the oils linked below are organic, raw, unrefined and cold pressed.

Jojoba oil

Often referred to as nature’s moisturizer for its ability to mimic the skin’s sebum, jojoba oil contains vitamins and minerals essential for healthy skin and hair, including vitamin E, B-complex. Its non-toxic properties make it a powerhouse multi-purpose oil. Chemical free and fast absorbing, it’s gentle enough to be used on even the most sensitive skin.

Other uses include: hair, nails, makeup remover, massage, beard conditioning and as a carrier for essential oils.

Grapeseed oil

Other reasons grapeseed oil is used are to:

• heal acne

• lighten skin

• tighten pores

• reduce the appearance of scars

• remove makeup

Almond oil

With the abounding nutrients like A, B, D, and E vitamins, your skin and hair will no longer lack moisture, softness, & smoothness. As an under eye treatment, it reduces the puffiness and dark circles under your eyes. It also helps brighten uneven skin tones so your face is naturally youthful and glowy.

Other uses include: hair, makeup remover, massage, beard conditioner and as a carrier for essential oils.

Marula Oil

Marula Oil is rich in omega fatty acids and antioxidants Vitamin C and E. This fast absorbing oil provides deep hydration and defense against environmental aggressors while supporting healthy collagen production to prevent signs of aging and improve skin elasticity. Regular use of marula oil is reputed to protect skin against environmental toxins and pollutants. It can be applied as a makeup primer 10-15 minutes before makeup application. Medicinally, it promotes tissue regeneration.

Other uses include: hair, makeup primer, as a spot treatment for cuts and wounds, to soothe inflammation, and for massage.

Pomogranate seed oil

Some common uses of pomegranate seed oil:
Moisturizes skin
Hydrates hair
Has been used for the relief of the conditions caused by acne, psoriasis, and eczema
Can be used to reduce inflammations of the skin
Known to reduce wrinkles and plump skin’s appearance
Helps soften cuticles, calluses and heels
Promotes healing of scars and burns
Helps to reduce brown spots and skin discoloration
Can be effective to help prevent stretch marks
Helps to replenish dry, mature, or sensitive skin

How do I use it?
On FACE: Massage a few drops into damp face and neck. OR: Add pure oil to your moisturizer.
On BODY: Use it as a moisturizer on your body, hands, feet, and cuticles. OR: Add pure oil to your body lotion.
On HAIR: Apply oil on dry hair. Wrap your hair with a warm towel and leave it for 20 minutes or longer. Wash your hair as usual. OR: Add pure oil to your shampoo and conditioner.

Rosehip oil

Rosehip Seed Oil is extracted from the seeds of rose bushes in Chile. As a pure and natural oil, it is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and essential fatty acids known to have beneficial effects in correcting dark spots and reducing signs of aging. This non-greasy oil is highly moisturizing and protects the skin from free radicals. Rosehip Seed Oil is a great choice to be added to your daily skincare routine because it soothes skin and ensures softer skin by helping decrease damage caused by environmental factors. Contrary to processed Rosehip oils, PURA D’OR Rosehip Seed Oil doesn't contain artificial scents or coloring and has an amber, slightly orange hue and faint nutty aroma that dissipates soon after it has been applied to the skin. It is a true multitasking beauty essential that is not only extensively nourishing to the skin but also also the best natural oil to help repair and rejuvenate skin.

It also nourishes the scalp by attracting and locking in moisture. It leaves hair soft and shiny while adding bounce and luster to dry, limp hair.

Argan oil

Argan oil’s composition of fatty acids and vitamin E give it moisturizing properties and the potential to improve skin’s hydration. A 2015 study found that when consumed orally and applied topically, Argan oil was associated with improved skin elasticity for postmenopausal women.

Other uses include: hair, massage, beard conditioner, put into bath water, treat razor burn, and for dry cracked lips.

Moringa oil

Rich with nutrients, vitamins and antioxidants and boasting anti-inflammatory, moisturizing and anti-aging properties, it’s a must have addition to your daily beauty routine.

Anti-aging - helps improve wrinkles, prevents facial skin sagging & fights free radical damage
Antiseptic & anti-inflammatory properties - helps cure minor skin cuts, rashes or burns
Reduces skin oiliness & breakouts – purifies & unclogs pores
Rejuvenates dull, tired skin by fighting skin fatigue
Deeply moisturizes skin
Perfect hair conditioner – battles dandruff & dry scalp
Strengthens hair, treats split ends by nourishing with minerals & vitamins

Aloe vera oil

Aloe vera oil is often used mixed with other carrier and essential oils to make the best of its healing and rejuvenating properties. Its astringent properties as well as the presence of vitamin E, C and zinc stimulate the epidermal growth and the skin repair process. The oil soothes the skin, keeping it moist and prevents drying and flaking of the skin in dry weather. The oil of aloe vera can also be used to treat wounds, burns, scalds and even sunburn, as the plant extract counters any bacterial infection while increasing the circulation, which speeds up the healing process.

Mixed with apple cider vinegar, it makes a good dandruff treatment. If you are experiencing dandruff which is usually fungal, it’s possible you are dealing with candida overgrowth.

PurO3 ozonated oils

My favorite part about the Pure O3 oils is that they are ozonated. Ozonated oils help accelerate the growth of new skin cells, heals razor burn because it heals wounds quickly, addresses flaking, drying and redness, can be used on diaper rash, prevents breakouts, helps scars heal, and it can even be used as a deodorant, because the ozone prevents the growth of bacteria.

My personal favorite for everyday skin care (facial) is the ozoned jojoba oil. It’s so smooth and can heal even my driest, winter skin!

You can even use ozonated oils on pets, because ozonated oils offer near medical grade wound healing capabilities while also being totally non-toxic. This is especially important when it comes to pets because they are prone to licking their wounds (and eating whatever treatment you put on).

Castor oil

If you are like me and you need the big guns, castor oil may be ideal for you. In the winter, my facial skin becomes scaly and dry, it literally peels if I don’t stay on top of maintenance with good oilsl! I sometimes pair other oils above with castor oil, in fact I love the light reflection I get from Marula oil and PurO3 jojoba is a miraculous skin repair oil, but castor oil is by far, my favorite facial oil. It is heavy, so it’s best applied at night before bed or if you don’t wear foundation, you can use it during the day too. I love the glow it gives my skin. I only wear makeup on my eyes most of the time, so I slather castor oil all over my face and neck day and night.

Bonus - when applied to the eyelashes, it makes them grow! I’ve always had wimpy eyelashes, this is my eyelash secret.